A review by drauer14
The Night Swim by Megan Goldin

challenging dark emotional tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.5

Really enjoyed this book! It definitely capitalized on the podcast craze, and felt a bit “Only Murders In The Building”-esque. It tactfully covered rape culture, the revictimization that occurs in our justice system and how privilege and power (especially in a small town) truly pull the strings. There are tough portions to get through, but overall the novel was well-written, intriguing and a variation on an often overdone theme. 
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